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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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